What's happening around town

Published: August 14, 2004 12:00 AM

WOOSTER Women of Achievement 2004 nominations are being sought by The City of Wooster. This is the 13th year for the program and women are selected based on volunteer experience and contributions to the community and quality of life for women. The program provides recognition for women who have served as role models and mentors for others. Nomination forms can be picked up at the Customer Service Desk at City Hall and must be returned there by Sept. 2. Call (330) 263-5246 for more information.Fourth Monday Heritage Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers a free "piece of pie and beverage" of your choice at The Green Leaf Restaurant from 1-2 p.m. on the 4th Monday of every month for those 60 years of age or older.Every Saturday Main Street Wooster Farmer's Market in downtown Wooster offers locally grown vegetables, mushrooms and flowers every Saturday from 8 a.m.-noon at the Public Square. Every Thursday Community Farmer's Market is held from 7:30-noon every Thursday at Wooster Recreation Department located at the Community Center. Featured are produce, home baked goods, flowers and honey.Aug. 20 Main Street Wooster's Concert/Cruise-In takes place beginning at 7 p.m. in downtown Wooster. There will be vintage cars and the music of "Phil 'N the Blanks." Event is sponsored by Wayne County National Bank. For information call (330) 262-6222.Aug. 20-22 25th Annual Buckeye Ramblin' Rods Run & Roast will take place at Freedlander Park and feature a display of antique and custom cars. For information call (330) 264-2087 or (330) 345-6971.Aug. 21 The Kiwanis Club of Wooster presents an Art Exhibit and Auction at Freedlander Theatre on The College of Wooster campus with a preview 6 p.m. and an auction at 7:30 conducted by Azalea Fine Art. Donation is $5. Hors d'oeuvres and hourly door prizes. Next Day Sale is Aug. 22. Checks, Visa and Mastercard accepted.Aug. 22 Wooster Parks and Recreation and Wayne County Humane Society will hold the "Dog Days of Summer" at 1 p.m. at Freedlander Pool. All proceeds go to the Humane Society. Plans include the swim, a possible dog parade and other fun dog events. For information call (330) 263-5207.Aug. 28 Summerfest 2004 at Grace Brethren Church is free and will feature games, prizes, bands, car show and sports activities. A special ceremony will be held to honor Hometown Heroes, co-sponsored by The Daily Record. Fun for the whole family. Register to win a Weekend on Wheels from Park Mazda. For more information call (330) 264-9459, Ext. 222.